LVN Licensed Vocational Nurse Full Time Days
About The Position
Kindred Hospital Brea is a 48-bed hospital with physician-led teams providing specialized acute care and rehabilitation for critically ill patients. The hospital also has a 4-bed ICU and three negative pressure rooms. Under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse, the Licensed Vocational Nurse provides nursing care within the scope of licensure for assigned patients, following established nursing standards and hospital policies and procedures. The role includes administering medications and treatments, monitoring and reporting changes in patients’ conditions, supporting rehabilitation and treatment plans, assisting physicians, and providing respectful, patient- and family-centered care. This is a full-time day position. The advertised pay range is $28.00–$36.58 per hour, with an $8,000 sign-on bonus. ScionHealth offers benefit-eligible employees medical, dental, and vision coverage; 401(k); FSA/HSA; life insurance; paid time off; and wellness benefits.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited program for licensed vocational or practical nurses.
- Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse license.
- BLS certification required.
- Knowledge of medications and their correct administration based on patient age and clinical condition.
- Basic computer knowledge.
- Ability to organize tasks, develop action plans, set priorities, and function under stressful situations.
- Ability to maintain good working relationships within the department and with other departments.
- Good and regular attendance.
- Ability to read, write, and speak fluent English.
Nice To Haves
- Intravenous Therapy and Blood certifications preferred.
- Minimum six months of prior experience in an acute care setting preferred.
Responsibilities
- Administer medications, perform treatments, and provide patient care as prescribed under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse.
- Keep the Registered Nurse informed of activities, symptoms, reactions, and changes in assigned patients’ conditions.
- Provide appropriate pain management techniques and educate patients and families about pain management.
- Administer medication according to the five rights of medication administration and within scope of practice.
- Assist with patient rehabilitation and treatment according to the medical plan of care, and update or revise the plan under Registered Nurse supervision.
- Assist physicians with examinations, treatments, and special procedures, and perform technical and manual services as directed by the Registered Nurse.
- Treat patients and families with respect and dignity, and identify and address their psychosocial, cultural, ethnic, and religious or spiritual needs.
- Interact professionally with patients and families and involve them in forming the plan of care.
- Communicate with Social Services or the Discharge Planner about patients’ in-hospital and post-discharge needs.
- Interpret patient-status data to identify age-specific needs and provide appropriate care.
- Provide care in a manner that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical or health care errors.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Benefits
- $8,000 sign-on bonus.
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage for benefit-eligible employees.
- 401(k).
- FSA/HSA.
- Life insurance.
- Paid time off.
- Wellness benefits.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
